Picking up the beast with a MotoBike Jack

[@noidreculse8906]

I have one now. Tip overs are common. Depending on how the bike is laying, I sometimes can pick it up. I did get caught once where I couldn’t lift it. I had to wait 45 minutes for someone to come alone and help.

[@MinnowMoto]

I would think that would be a must for of roading. Especially solo. Great video.

[@carr869]

Really good info. Thanks for taking the time to make and share this with us. Tom

[@brighton1950]

There is another comparable to this one called the MotoBikeJack.Same principle but comes with a very wide foot and is made of steel so I assume it's a fair bit heavier.They also suggest lifting the bike from the frame not the handlebar.Handmade in Norfolk Virginia they say.Price is slightly higher I think but not much.$228.00 plus $24.70 postage

[@SNOWBIRDBIKER]

It sure looks like it would be useful. Thanks Jim.

[@roam4fun853]

Simple and neat. Should also keep a foot on the base so it doesn’t kick out.

[@floridajim]

Probably a good idea, especially if it's on the road. I'd stand to the side doing that, so that if it does kick out anyway you won't get hit.

[@piersdenney]

Clever!

[@markstanley980]

Thanks for the video. I'm going to get one.

[@floridajim]

Mine came in really useful once during the Hoka Hey, allowed me to quickly get the bike back up without having to unpack 2-weeks worth of camping gear. Once you get the hang of it its fast.

[@goatcheesetasty]

Another great video. I really appreciate your experience and insight with this bike.

[@davesy6969]

There are a few different makes of those around, can i suggest a little spray grease/ chainlube on the friction parts of the ratchet mechanism for an easier life?

[@floridajim]

probably a good idea.

[@stanleydenning]

I see no reason why one could not make this jack in the workshop. I believe I will.

[@scootinflh]

Got mine and it saved my A$$. Picks up my Pan American with ease. Kinda bulky but worth it.

[@willbilly2000]

seems to be a usefull tool

[@floridajim]

Back when I was running Jeeps I used to use my Hi-Lift for all sorts of things besides picking up my Jeep. I have to wonder if there's some way to use it for other ways of getting stuck besides falling down.

[@josephleister9198]

Good video, thanks

[@floridajim]

You're welcome

[@willbilly2000]

Have you had anymore issues with the bike not starting?harley tech told me rhcm fault code came up on mine there is a ground issue in the harness pins where start button is and alot of pan americas have this problem

[@floridajim]

Yes (I mentioned it in the Jinxed video). After the update during my 15,00 mile service I had several cases where I would hit the start button and absolutely nothing would happen. The only thing that worked was to shut it off and wait 10 minutes, then it would fire right up every time. The most recent update (the one from the Screen changes video) fixed that, but I've noticed something different. If my bike sits out overnight in the cold it really cranks slow and has a hard time starting. This is a serious problem for the Hoka Hey, where I'll be sleeping outdoors with my bike for a week and need it to start in the morning. When I get it sorted out I'll post something.

[@mpojr]

wish you would have shown how to extend the strap on the come along

[@lazybun_india5134]

..... this tool we don't get in INDIA .... hope some manufacturer produce it

[@shegocrazy]

Running the strap to the sky-facing part of the frame would have added a lot of tension to the strap. I guess if you can't get to the frame that is on the dirt then you don't have much choice.

[@floridajim]

When it comes to self recovery you gotta do what you gotta do, might not be elegant but it works.

[@Broken-six]

Where can you buy one of these?? I’ve been looking.

[@floridajim]

www.motobikejack.com/

[@Baltha1710]

Maybe a bit late and maybe off topic, but I wonder why those emergency warning lights didn't come on. Stay Safe.. Ed.

[@bryanreeme8584]

how much does the kit weigh?

[@wikeywikeywhick3852]

i was surprised how far it picked it up

[@floridajim]

And that was a worst case lift, with the jack below the bike. If the jack was level with the bike it would have moved it another 4-6".

[@georgepierce3595]

Your videos are very helpful! Just received my 2022 Pan Am and will be using your tips!! Can this jack be used on pavement? Thanks!!!

[@joesainz8323]

I believe I really need to order one of those

[@joesainz8323]

I need to order one of those thank you

[@floridajim]

@@georgepierce3595 In their video they demo it in a parking lot: www.motobikejack.com/video.html

[@brighton1950]

Where can I buy it?

[@floridajim]

www.motobikejack.com/

[@markushelbig2217]

Thank you for this video. I´m from Germany and would like to oder one. Do you have a link? I can´t find it.

[@floridajim]

www.motobikejack.com/

[@floridajim]

I'm not affiliated or sponsored by them, I just bought one and like it

[@markushelbig2217]

@@floridajim great job. I like your video with all those tips. I have the same color of Pan america

[@markushelbig2217]

@@floridajim thank you

[@floridajim]

Someone sent me a comment "You'll need it on the Hoka Hey" and for some reason it got held for review, then I accidentally deleted it while trying to approve it. Anyway, I'm bringing it, but I hope I don't need it too often.